1956 AC Ace vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 456 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Ace | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
